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Under Her Spell by Eliza Daly @ElizaDalyAuthor **Review**

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Under Her Spell

By: Eliza Daly

Review

Monica Jackson is the main character and she is great! Monica has had a few businesses fail so she must make her new venture last. Her brand new romantic event planning company, Enhance Your Romance is just the best idea!.  She actually uses her magic to cast a few spells. She uses her magic to cast a spell calling for her Mr Right! What happens when Reed Walker moves next door? The divorce lawyer obviously doesn’t believe in love, relationships that lead to marriage, he is very cynical.

It doesn’t take long for things to heat up. Will Mr cynical change his views? Can Monica still believe in the love that exists in her mind? Reed exposes some things about his past. I think when he does, you see a little bit of the base of his no love theory.

So, I loved it and I think all my chick lit and romantic readers will adore it too. I have found a little magic goes a long way with this one.  The book has an adorable plot that makes it a nice, easy and fulfilling read. I would recommend to anyone looking for a great romance with some steam.

4 star blog book  steam blog book

 Under Her Spell is available at Amazon,  Barnes & Noble, iTunes, All Romance, Kobo, and eBooks.com

 

Author Bio

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Eliza Daly’s first attempt at creative writing was in fourth grade. She and her friends were huge Charlie’s Angels fans and she would sit in her bedroom at night writing scripts for them to act out at recess the following day. She was Kelly Garrett. Fast forward to the present, she’s still writing stories about beautiful women who always get their men. The journey from fourth grade script writer to published author wasn’t an easy one, but it was always an adventure and the final destination was well worth it.

When Eliza isn’t traveling for her job as an event planner, or tracing her ancestry roots through Ireland, she’s at home in Milwaukee working on her next novel, bouncing ideas off her husband Mark, and her cats Quigley, Frankie, and Sammy.

You can find Eliza on the web at Website, Facebook, Twitter and Goodreads.

Twisted Perfection by Abbi Glines @abbiglines @tale_of_reviews **review**

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Book Review:

As an avid reader and fan of Abbi Glines it is a little difficult to write a review. I seriously am so in love with her writing and the style that I feel I am not worthy. I had the other books in this series and they were in my TBR on my Kindle. So when I upgraded to the new Kindle Fire I still had a ton of books that I didn’t move over. Anyway, I was on a 4 day 3 book Abbi Glines marathon. In other words I was in heaven! Start with Fallen Too Far and Never Too Far if you have not, I really stress they are add on books and I think it is better to read in order and not as a stand alone.

For this series I will say it was a bit different from other books like Because of Low and well the entire Sea Breeze collection. I know the way it was different, it was a little naughty for her! So I loved it!. The third book is Twisted Perfection and I hope it wont be the last. Sometimes you think can things get better? With this author YES they can and they do. The characters in the first two books are back, which is good. When it starts it is a prologue to Della Sloane’s story.  She has dark secrets and her past is completely hidden. I hope nobody gives any of these reveals away, because it really must be experienced.

Welcome to my honey, Woods Kerrington, his Dad owns the Golf course. Big money family with traditional southern values. They are like the epitome of class and wealth. There is the back story from the other books that ties in here and Woods is a big workaholic. All he thinks of is the VP job and being in charge of the golf course. Until…secrets, reveals, family, love, and Della Sloane take a hold of him. What happens to the country club workaholic is vital to the story. Just understand that he is NOT the usual type, he cares about money, yes, but he makes it himself. He doesn’t rely on anyone so that is so important to the story. Another reason to love Woods!

It really can get better if we get more of this series. When the development is woven and the characters are so rich, it is a shame to just say bye bye.  I think lovers of this series and the author would like to see Bethy get her story and I think Rush needs to get things ties up. Grant, oh my lovey can he please get a book? Maybe waiter Jimmy too? Well if I can ask for maybe one more Tripp? I would beg at this point for more. There is lots of steam, lots of drama and it is highly addictive! You have been warned, no go read!

5 star blog book steam blog book

About the Author

Abbi Glines was born in Birmingham, Alabama. She grew up in the small town of Sumiton, Alabama where she left the summer she turned eighteen. She didn’t get far… she chased her high school sweetheart down to the coast and she’s been there ever since.

Abbi now lives in the quaint southern town of Fairhope, Alabama with her three children and husband Keith (the high school sweetheart she chased after). Her life is never dull and Keith always makes sure there is another “experience” for them to explore.

Books published by Abbi include The Vincent Boys and the USA TODAY bestseller The Vincent Brothers, Breathe, Because of Low, the USA TODAY bestsellers While It Lasts and Just For Now, The Existence Trilogy that includes the USA Today Bestseller Ceaseless, and The New York Times bestseller and Wall Street Journal bestseller Fallen Too Far and Never Too Far.

When Abbi isn’t locked away in her office typing away she is hauling her kids to and from their many social activities. You could say her second job is the Glines Kids personal chauffeur. It’s a rather illustrious job.

Website: www.abbiglines.com

Twitter @abbiglines

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Twisted Perfection by Abbi Glines @abbiglines **Spotlight***

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Age Group: New Adult/Adult

 Genre: Contemporary romance

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Book Description:

Life outside of her house was a new experience for Della Sloane. The dark secrets of her past weren’t something she ever intended to share with anyone. They would never understand. No one would ever get close enough to find out. There was always a chance she’d go crazy sooner than they expected…

Woods Kerrington had never been one to be attracted to fragile females. They seemed like too much work. He wasn’t in it for the work just the pleasure. A night full of naughty fun had been exactly what was on his mind when he’d laid eyes on the hot little number that didn’t know how to pump gas and needed some help.

What he didn’t know was she was as fragile as they came.
The carefree girl who spoke her mind and didn’t care what the world thought of her was more breakable than he could ever imagine…

 

About the Author

Abbi Glines was born in Birmingham, Alabama. She grew up in the small town of Sumiton, Alabama where she left the summer she turned eighteen. She didn’t get far… she chased her high school sweetheart down to the coast and she’s been there ever since.

Abbi now lives in the quaint southern town of Fairhope, Alabama with her three children and husband Keith (the high school sweetheart she chased after). Her life is never dull and Keith always makes sure there is another “experience” for them to explore.

Books published by Abbi include The Vincent Boys and the USA TODAY bestseller The Vincent Brothers, Breathe, Because of Low, the USA TODAY bestsellers While It Lasts and Just For Now, The Existence Trilogy that includes the USA Today Bestseller Ceaseless, and The New York Times bestseller and Wall Street Journal bestseller Fallen Too Far and Never Too Far.

When Abbi isn’t locked away in her office typing away she is hauling her kids to and from their many social activities. You could say her second job is the Glines Kids personal chauffeur. It’s a rather illustrious job.

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Website: www.abbiglines.com

Twitter @abbiglines

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Another lucky winner gets 3 books by Nicola May @nicolamay1 Congrats

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2 lucky winners gets 3 books by Nicola May

Congrats

Sherry Fundin

and

Alicia Clark 

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I want to make it known this is a gift from me. If I like a book and want to share it, I do it from my heart. That being said, the only reviews I will post are really good books that I personally have read and want others to enjoy. If you don’t want the book, then don’t enter to win a copy and cash it in for Amazon credit. This has caused me to again think of another way to show support to authors I love. When you do that it is a “return” and Amazon deducts from the author, not me.

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“Delighted to announce that The School Gates won an award for Best Author Published Read at the Festival of Romance “

Intangible Series- Intangible # 1 By J. Meyers ***spotlight*** @jmeyersbooks

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Intangible by J. Meyers

 

Book Info-

Title- Intangible

Series- Intangible # 1

By J. Meyers

Publication Date-January 31, 2012

Blurb-

Twins Sera and Luke Raine have a well-kept secret—she heals with a touch of her hand, he sees the future. All their lives they’ve helped those in need on the sly. They’ve always thought of their abilities as being a gift.

 Then Luke has a vision that Sera is killed. That gift they’ve always cherished begins to feel an awful lot like a curse. Because the thing about Luke’s ability? He’s always right. And he can’t do anything about it.

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About the Author-

J. Meyers grew up in Vermont, spent three years in Germany when she was a kid, and now lives in Central New York. When she’s not reading or writing, she’s chasing after her four kids, exploring the outdoors with her family, baking sweet treats, and forgetting to make dinner. She’s the author of Intangible, Intuition, Indomitable, and upcoming Imaginable, due out in April 2013.

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Imaginable Series-Intangible # 2 By J. Meyers ***spotlight*** @jmeyersbooks

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Book Info-
Title-Imaginable
Series-Intangible # 2
By J Meyers
Expected Publication Date-April 16, 2013
Blurb-
Twins Sera and Luke Raine’s unusual abilities are growing. Sera is healing vampires now, making them human again. And, at times, Luke can actually change the future he Sees.
But Sera’s healing has dangerous consequences, and though Luke is altering the outcome of more visions, he can’t control them yet.
Now Sera is in danger as the dark creatures of the Realm seek to use her. As Luke struggles to master his gift in order to save his sister, he discovers even more about his powers.
And what he learns just may put him in greater danger than Sera has ever been.
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Excerpt:
    Ethan leaned in a little closer. “You know you want to kiss me,” he said. “So why don’t you? I’m right here.”
            “Two reasons,” Quinn said. “One, you’re not ready to come out yet. And two, word is you’re a terrible kisser.”
            The students around them roared and Ethan’s eyes narrowed, his jaw clenched. Just as he cocked his arm back, Sera slipped in between the two and placed her palm on Ethan’s chest.
            “I’ll kiss you, if you’re so desperate for a kiss,” she said with a bright smile on her face. “Even if you are a horrible kisser.” Then she pushed a thought into Ethan. You have to go to the bathroom NOW. You can’t hold it any longer. Ethan’s eyes bugged and he glanced down the hall toward the boys’ bathroom.

About the Author-
J. Meyers grew up in Vermont, spent three years in Germany when she was a kid, and now lives in Central New York. When she’s not reading or writing, she’s chasing after her four kids, exploring the outdoors with her family, baking sweet treats, and forgetting to make dinner. She’s the author of Intangible, Intuition, Indomitable, and upcoming Imaginable, due out in April 2013.
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Gemini of Emreiana (Gemini Series Book #1)By Kristen DaRay @KristenDaRay

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Top Ten Book Crushes

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  1. Peeta (Hunger Games)Peeta-peeta-mellark-22074884-600-845
  2. Jasper (Twilight)jasper hale twilight
  3. Eregon (Eragon)eragon
  4. Lazlo (Hollowland)
  5. Ron (Harry Potter)
  6. Zach (Gallagher Girls)
  7. Kale Few Are Angels
  8. Daemon (Lux Series)
  9. Four (Divergent)
  10. Dimitri (Vampire Academy)

Just in the interest of research those are some I loved too! 

Blurb-

My entire life has been a lie: My parents didn’t die in a car accident. They’re not even dead. I’m not American. I’m not even human. I have strange powers, and I’m the heir to the throne of the planet Emreiana.

 

If I take the crown, I have to leave behind everything I have known here on Earth. I would have to say goodbye to my friends and leave behind Kyle, the boy I’ve loved since I was five. If I don’t, then I risk the Bremoir finding me here on Earth and destroying everything I love.

You can fine Gemini of Emreiana:

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Author Bio-

Kristen was born in Alabama in 1991 and still resides there today. She has been writing since the 6th grade. However, she did not begin to write fiction until she was 15. In 2009, Kristen had an idea that would spark the concept for Gemini of Emréiana that she would later write in 2011. During that time, she met her husband. They married in August of 2012. When Kristen is not writing, she spends time watching Korean Drama’s or creating SIM’s 3 stories. Kristen continues to write the next novels to the Gemini Trilogy. She also plans to release a new series later on in the year.

Author Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/kristendaraybooks

Author Blog: http://www.KristenDaRay.blogspot.com

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Winners of Finding Lucas by Samantha Stroh Bailey @perfectpen

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Another 5 lucky winners get 

Finding lucas by Samantha Stroh Bailey 

I want to make it known this is a gift from me. If I like a book and want to share it, I do it from my heart. That being said, the only reviews I will post are really good books that I personally have read and want others to enjoy. If you don’t want the book, then don’t enter to win a copy and cash it in for Amazon credit. This has caused me to again think of another way to show support to authors I love. When you do that it is a “return” and Amazon deducts from the author, not me.

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CELEBRATE 1 year since Finding Lucas was published I decided to gift 5 copies. the winners

Pernille

 Melissa Benson

Denise Smith 

 Stacee P

 Tina Conner _ Myers

Spotlight on author Lori Verni-Fogarsi @LoriTheAuthor

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About Lori

This site is brought to you by me… Lori V. Fogarsi. Having been self-employed my entire life, my career has developed in an interesting way: What began as owning a dog training school developed into becoming a professional speaker, journalist, columnist, business consultant, and published author. (For the full story, please scroll down.)

A combination of all of my endeavors, you can enjoy a plethora of information from all areas of my career, right here at LoriTheAuthor.com!

  • Author: Of full-length books. “Momnesia,” contemporary women’s fiction/chick lit, published 2012, designated as finalist in Indie Excellence Book Awards. Nonfiction book, “Everything You Need to Know About House Training Puppies and Adult Dogs,” published 2005, has been widely acclaimed in its genre by vets, groomers, rescue personnel and other pet professionals.
  • Professional Public Speaker: Have taught seminars at colleges, private, and corporate venues for 15+ years.
  • Certified Master Dog Trainer: Owned two dog training schools for a total of 15 years.
  • Writer: Freelance, journalist, and columnist. Have written for a multitude of magazines and newspapers, including a syndicated column.
  • Small Business Consultant: Work with small businesses on a case-by-case basis, providing individualized creative marketing, business improvement, expense reduction, and event coordination services.
   

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Lori Verni-Fogarsi has worked as a freelance writer, journalist, columnist, and seminar speaker for more than fifteen years. MOMNESIA is her first novel (publication date 3/16/2012) and she is the author of the nonfiction book, EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HOUSE TRAINING PUPPIES AND ADULT DOGS(published in 2005), which has been widely acclaimed in its genre.

Verni-Fogarsi began her writing career in an unusual way: With a monthly newsletter for her small business–a dog training school! Over time, she became well known not only for her dog behavior knowledge and writing skills, but also for her business acumen. She was surprised at first when she was approached by magazines and newspapers requesting articles on pet behavior, small business, and parenting, as well as universities and advanced placement programs requesting seminars on pets and business marketing.

For 15+ years, her articles have appeared in a multitude of publications including“New York Parent,” “The Pet Gazette,” “Franchise Advantage,” and many more. She has worked as a journalist and columnist for the Heartland Publications family of newspapers, and has taught seminars at Nassau Community College, North Carolina State University, and many private and corporate venues.

Major media appearances have included being a featured speaker for a live Lifetime Women’s Network event, television appearances including theMy Carolina Today Show and many major network news pieces, a radio guest on a multitude of programs including Joe Wade Formicola, a feature article in Oprah Magazine, a live online chat host for The Boston Globe, and many more.

Most recently, Verni-Fogarsi’s novel, MOMNESIA, was published. A fun and feisty read, she is excited to bring you this funny, yet thought-provoking story of a suburban mom trying to find balance between her “momminess” and her “sexiness.” Enhanced by custom-painted artwork, a Reader’s Discussion Guide, and a national and virtual book tour, MOMNESIA has become a big hit with book clubs, discussion groups, and more.

Verni-Fogarsi is a happily married mother of two and step mom of two more. In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her husband, Mark, as well as reading, dining out, boating, napping, and hitting the town. Many of their weekends are also hectically enjoyed attending their childrens’ various activities, including dance competitions, drill team meets, chorus, and theater performances. She has two cats, both rotten.

Originally a native New Yorker, Verni-Fogarsi now divides her time between Raleigh, NC, and Lake Gaston, VA, where she is hard at work on her next novel,UNEXPECTING, about a couple of almost-empty-nesters who are faced with the sudden appearance of a pregnant teenage daughter they never knew existed.

She invites you to peruse this website, and also join her on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/LoriTheAuthor.

If you’d like to contact her, you may do so here.

   

   

 

  

 

 

Momnesia by Lori Verni-Fogarsi @LoriTheAuthor

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Just as hilarious as I thought it would be. I am glad I got to it and actually making myself re-think the entire TBR category . I think maybe I missed out on this book when it was “all the rage” Gladly today was too familiar for me and some of these woman! It is one of those things that you HAVE to read if only for the comical points. So many laugh out loud moments and quotes. I actually wanted to burn Paul’s nuts in the cd burner, he was a royal shithead! I know that is not nice, but did he have any balls? Maybe our housewife should have gotten his and checked to see if they were real. I think it will take a while to stop calling people “cat face”

Now will you want a gay girl named Sam to be your BFF as I think the girls weekend to Florida was when our Housewife realized it was HER time this time. One part where she mentions rabbit and then thinks surely Sam has to draw the line at sex with animals! OMG A very awakening book, filled with lots of well meaning hints at the “normal” life nobody has. Especially the “Now I am medically diagnosed with needing a divorce” 

 I though Carrie was a dream friend, open honest and normal. the part where they do the “7 fishes” I swear every Italian family in Brooklyn including my own can sympathize. Every Friday night and then Holidays too. I never ever make fish and I don’t think any of my kids eat it unless it is Sushi and it is cause it don’t smell. I could go on and on about it and quote a tons more, but it would only be me laughing more and I gotta get to book 2. Unexpecting here I come

 

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About Lori

This site is brought to you by me… Lori V. Fogarsi. Having been self-employed my entire life, my career has developed in an interesting way: What began as owning a dog training school developed into becoming a professional speaker, journalist, columnist, business consultant, and published author. (For the full story, please scroll down.)

A combination of all of my endeavors, you can enjoy a plethora of information from all areas of my career, right here at LoriTheAuthor.com!

  • Author: Of full-length books. “Momnesia,” contemporary women’s fiction/chick lit, published 2012, designated as finalist in Indie Excellence Book Awards. Nonfiction book, “Everything You Need to Know About House Training Puppies and Adult Dogs,” published 2005, has been widely acclaimed in its genre by vets, groomers, rescue personnel and other pet professionals.
  • Professional Public Speaker: Have taught seminars at colleges, private, and corporate venues for 15+ years.
  • Certified Master Dog Trainer: Owned two dog training schools for a total of 15 years.
  • Writer: Freelance, journalist, and columnist. Have written for a multitude of magazines and newspapers, including a syndicated column.
  • Small Business Consultant: Work with small businesses on a case-by-case basis, providing individualized creative marketing, business improvement, expense reduction, and event coordination services.